We have all experienced fortuitous encounters - those moments in our lives - where a person, place or thing caused our lives to change in a more positive direction. This wise book will serve as a grea
A thorough explanation of the parts of the Mass its historical, theological, and liturgical aspects, and how it derives from and relates to daily life, now in a revised, updated edition.
Presents writings by women religious from the Roman, Anglican, and Orthodox traditions from the earliest years of Christianity to the present day. The writings include prayers, meditations, exposition
This symposium will contribute to greater decisiveness, transparency, and awareness of the responsibility of all in Catholic Church in dealing with the difficult question of sexual abuse.
Investigates the biblical foundations of the doctrine of justification, an official document of the Catholic Church and the Lutheran World Foundation, and represents a new level of ecumenical relation
An intimate look at this important spiritual writer's life, enriched with the personal accounts of some of the people closest to him: friends, family, and colleagues. A twelve-page photo section is in
This book addresses how the toxic aspects of our society affect us personally and offers both careful research and simple processes to help us create a positive future for ourselves and our children b
Provides an overview of things Catholic, giving families a context and explanation for the customs and practices they find when they entrust their children to a Catholic school.
Draws upon the best of recent biblical, historical, and theological sources to explore how Christ is present in the celebration of the Eucharist in the assembly, presiding minister, biblical word, and
Provides a brief, informative, readable, and very helpful explanation of basic parish management to pastors, priests from abroad, deacons, seminary students, pastoral and finance council members, and
Shows how globalization has impacted interreligious relationships and dialogue and argues that the future of interfaith dialogue must include those marginalized voices that have not been invited to th
This collection of essays is a testimony to the spiritual, theological, and scientific legacy of Pierre Teilhard de Chardin. The contributors, both scientists and theologians, are all well-known scho
Here is a practical guide for parents navigating the storms and stresses of raising middle school children in a turbulent world. Today's parents are challenged to identify and follow sound ethical an
This book chronicles the historic May 2009 papal visit to the Holy Land by following the itinerary and providing a complete collection of Pope Benedict XVI's addresses, reflections, and speeches given
This title says it all: When You Love a Functional Alcoholic, what is one to do? With good grace, a basis in the twelve-step program, and years of experience, Dr. William F. Kraft guides the reader t
Combines professional insights along with the author's own experience and insights to speculate on how believers can make sense of their Christian faith when confronted with tragedy and suffering.
People have prayed since the beginnings of human culture. But what exactly is prayer? 101 Questions and Answers on Prayer introduces readers to the nature and experience of prayer. Using the ancient
In The Gospel of John Set Free, Father George Smiga has written a must-read book for all preachers that alerts them to the anti-Jewish sentiment so commonly - and dangerously - misread into the Gospel
Describes faith as a spacious landscape in which one can breathe freely, engaging the rich imagery of the Bible to help the individuals breathe freely and find orientation without feeling imprisoned.
A collection of essays seeks to establish the properly oriented use of the historical-critical method as the mode of ascertaining the sense of the written Word of God. Original.
